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Fire crews were called out to reports of three men being stuck in an external lift at a city centre hotel.

Pictures from the scene show fire fighters, police and paramedics all present on the Victoria Bridge.

The men were said to be stuck on an external lift connected to the Treehouse Hotel on Blackfriars Street.

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The fire service said that the incident remained ongoing this afternoon, with two engines from Manchester Central station in attendance. View 2 Images

Firefighters were said to be using ladders in an attempt to gain access to the men.

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A fire service 'enhanced rescue unit' was also present at

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